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The greatest chess players in history have lived lives too dramatic for fiction. This guide covers the best chess movies and documentaries based on real masters — Bobby Fischer, Garry Kasparov, Magnus Carlsen, and Phiona Mutesi. From Cold War tension to artificial intelligence, from poverty to prodigy, these films capture chess as it truly is: a human game played under extraordinary pressure. Whether you want history, drama, or insight into elite preparation, this ranked guide tells you exactly which chess film to watch next and why it matters.